Grown Ups: Family Finances: Household Expenses

In these times of strained shopping budgets, many of us are reaching for “house brands” in order to fill up…

When you’re planning a family Christmas holiday there’s lots to think about, including where to stay, what to do, and…

What’s the best way to keep your medical bills down? Stay healthy of course!

This weekend when I filled up my car with petrol I set a new family record – this is the…

Hair has an annoying habit of growing relentlessly and costing us lots of money.  If you find yourself tearing your…

Extended warranties on electrical goods can be confusing. You’re about to buy an appliance in NZ, and then the sales…

Did you know that shopping for your groceries online can save you money? Many people assume it’s more expensive, but…

Winter is upon us and everyone’s power bills are skyrocketing. Most of us experience a peak in power expenditure during…

We kiwis love our cheese, but just at the moment it feels as if our inalienable cheese rights are being…

For most of us these days, a trip to the supermarket can be a financially challenging experience. After dramatic price…

Many of us are struggling with the weekly cost of groceries, and meat usually forms a significant proportion of the…

As a self-confessed coffee addict, this is a subject close to my heart… how to afford the daily grind?